Headed into Thursday night’s game, Tampa Bay is 0-6 and going nowhere. The players reportedly don’t agree with coach Greg Schiano. With the punishment that running backs take in an NFL game, it’s a valid question.

As long as returning quickly doesn’t jeopardize his future in the NFL, one thing is clear: Martin’s commitment to the Buccaneers will make him a leader in the locker room, if he already isn’t one.